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Exotic and precious objects mounted by Augsburg goldsmiths.
- Source :
- Magazine Antiques; Oct96, Vol. 150 Issue 4, p486, 8p, 13 Color Photographs
- Publication Year :
- 1996
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Abstract
- Examines the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries exotic art objects by goldsmiths in Augsburg, Germany. Transformation of precious shells, ostrich eggs, elephant tusks and other materials into decorative receptacles; Factors that attracts 16th century artisan's to Augsburg; Notable pieces crafted by Augsburg artisans.
- Subjects :
- GERMANIC art objects
GOLDSMITHS
Subjects
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 01619284
- Volume :
- 150
- Issue :
- 4
- Database :
- Complementary Index
- Journal :
- Magazine Antiques
- Publication Type :
- Periodical
- Accession number :
- 9706245342